James Parton papers, 1914-1986.

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James Parton papers, 1914-1986.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/612375559

Consists of personal and family papers together with office files from Parton's work with various companies and organizations, notably American Heritage Publishing Company. All phases of Parton's career are documented--his school days, his work as staff writer and bureau chief for Time, his service in World War II as aide-de-camp to Lt. Gen. Ira Eaker, and his work as president of the Britannica Educational Corp. after leaving American Heritage. Includes correspondence, writings, speeches, photographs and memorabilia.

206 boxes (41.2 linear ft.)

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